ATI RN
Pediatric Nurse Exam Sample Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
In ITP, platelet transfusion is indicated if platelet count is less than:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP), transfusion is typically reserved for life-threatening bleeding or a platelet count below 10,000/mm³ to prevent spontaneous hemorrhage.
Question 2 of 5
The mother of an 8-year-old boy with acute streptococcal tonsillitis calls to report that within 15 minutes after the first dose of penicillin V... You should recommend
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Immediate return to the office or ER is necessary due to the risk of anaphylaxis from penicillin allergy.
Question 3 of 5
A 75 -g black female experienced respiratory distress after a preterm delivery at 7 weeks' gestation Possible causes of the respiratory distress include (may choose more than one)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Preterm infants have underdeveloped lungs, and mechanical ventilation or high oxygen pressure can lead to alveolar rupture, causing air to accumulate in the pleural space (pneumothorax), leading to respiratory distress.
Question 4 of 5
Which intervention is most appropriate for a neonate with hyperbilirubinemia at risk of kernicterus?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Phototherapy is the first-line treatment for neonatal jaundice to prevent bilirubin-induced neurotoxicity (kernicterus). It converts unconjugated bilirubin into a water-soluble form for excretion.
Question 5 of 5
Austin, age 6 months, has six teeth. The nurse should recognize that this is which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Having six teeth at 6 months of age is earlier than expected, as most infants typically have two teeth at this age.